How I Accidentally Broke My Mum’s Phone and Found a Way to Fix It
Have you ever found yourself in a situation where a simple curiosity leads to an unexpected crisis? That’s exactly what happened to me recently when I was experimenting with my mum’s phone. I was trying to explore the settings and, in the process, I inadvertently changed her network settings in a way that left her unable to make calls. Panic set in as I realized the potential consequences of my actions.
It all started when I entered a specific code (##4636##) in the phone app out of sheer curiosity. I had no idea that this seemingly harmless maneuver would switch her network from the default 2G/3G/4G (LTE/GSM/CDMA auto with PRL) to just 4G (LTE only). Unfortunately, this change rendered her unable to make calls, and as anyone can imagine, a phone that doesn’t allow for calls isn’t much use!
In a frantic attempt to rectify my mistake, I switched the settings back to 4G/3G (LTE/GSM with PRL). However, the problem took another turn. Every time she restarted her phone—due to frequent hanging issues—the network would revert back to the 4G (LTE only) setting, disabling her calling feature once again.
Feeling the weight of my blunder and desperate for guidance, I reached out for help on Reddit. The responses I received were nothing short of incredible. Many users offered various suggestions, and I diligently tried them out. I’m pleased to share that one of their solutions successfully resolved the issue!
This unexpectedly dramatic experience taught me the importance of understanding technology before tinkering with it, especially when it belongs to someone else. I learned that not all experiments turn out as planned, but with a little support from the community, it’s possible to navigate even the trickiest of situations.
To anyone facing a similar predicament: remember to stay calm, seek advice, and don’t hesitate to reach out for help from knowledgeable friends or online resources. It’s amazing how a little guidance can go a long way in fixing what seems like an irreparable mistake.
And on a lighter note, it’s amusing that my very first achievement on Reddit was a heated call for help rather than a simple post!
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